Ratatouille Tart with Puff Pastry

Ratatouille Tart with Puff Pastry - A Delicious French Delight
Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make French dish? Try the Ratatouille Tart with Puff Pastry! This dish is a perfect combination of savory vegetables and flaky puff pastry, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 yellow squash, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil

Cooking Tips:

- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Use a mandoline slicer to get even slices of vegetables.
- Don't overfill the tart with vegetables, as it may become soggy.

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
2. Add the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Add the can of diced tomatoes, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are fully cooked.
4. Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a floured surface and transfer it to a baking sheet.
5. Spoon the ratatouille mixture onto the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
6. Fold the edges of the puff pastry over the ratatouille mixture.
7. Brush the edges of the puff pastry with the beaten egg.
8. Bake the tart in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the puff pastry is golden brown.
Appearance and Taste:
The Ratatouille Tart with Puff Pastry is a beautiful dish with vibrant colors from the vegetables. The puff pastry is flaky and buttery, while the ratatouille mixture is savory and slightly sweet. The combination of textures and flavors makes this dish a perfect appetizer or main course.
Type of Dish: Savory Tart
Main Ingredients: Puff Pastry, Zucchini, Red Bell Pepper